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Better Breathing & Mental Well-being with Breathe Easy Singing Sessions.
Delivered by Breathe Easy Medway, MVA's Community Health Catalyst Programme & Medway & Swale's Health Care Partnership.
Does your Charity or Community Group need a Boost in Income?
Then we have great news for you about MVA's Joy Seed Funding Programme in Medway & Swale.
Medway Volunteer Manager Network - What we covered at the last meet.
A peer support network for volunteer managers in Medway to come together with like-minded individuals.
The National Lottery Grants for Heritage Projects
MVA offers a collection of funding rounds from local and national organisation's specifically focused on themes around heritage.
Promoting Well-being through Healthy Cooking Sessions.
Delivered by AMAT, MVA's Community Health Catalyst Programme & Medway & Swale Health & Care Partnership.
Easyfundraising - The UK’s Biggest Charity Shopping Site
Launched in 2005, our community of over 2 million supporters have raised over £50 million for thousands of causes across the U.K.
How to make Your Social Media a Trusted Voice
From content through to branding, National newscaster Charity Digital explore some of the key things to consider in a social media audit.
The Way Forward: Reducing Health Inequalities & the Power of AI Event
In an inspiring gathering that resonated deeply with attendees, MVA's "The Way Forward" event was an overwhelming success.
Honoring a Legacy of Service: The Barry Clout Volunteering Awards 2024
MVA were delighted to recognise some truly remarkable volunteers again in their 2024 Barry Clout Awards.
Pensioners Credit & Winter Fuel Payments Winter 2024
Find out more about how hundreds of thousands of older people could regain access to the annual Winter Fuel Payment allowance.
MVA 2024 AGM Barry Clout Awards & The Way Forward Event
Join us for this opportunity to engage with like-minded individuals, share ideas, and recognise some amazing local volunteers.
Save the Date for MVA's next Volunteer Manager Network Meeting
Save the Date for MVA's Volunteer Manager Network Meet. A local network for giving and receiving support.
Safeguarding the Future of Volunteering through Young People in Medway
Funding Round-up – General (Part 2 of 2)
MVA offers a general selection of recent local and national funding announcements for the Charity Sector
Zest in Medway – A Friendly place for People living with Dementia & Supporters
A local organisation is offering a safe and accessible place for people living with dementia, helping them to continue to lead a fulfilling life
Funding Round-up – General (Part 1 of 2)
MVA offers another collection of recent local and national funding announcements for the Voluntary Sector
Fostering Positive Engagement for Action – the Green Impact Forum from KCF
More than 90 attendees recently listened to speeches from community groups who have taken steps towards eco-sustainability
Community Transport Grants from Motability
Mobility charity Motability provides funding for the Community Transport sector.
A Basic Guide on Cloud Computing for Charities
Explore how cloud computing can benefit charities and non-profits.
How Digital Inclusion impacts Health
Digital technologies can provide an opportunity for a different way of how care is delivered.
The Medway Heritage Place Project
Funding to bring Medway’s Stories to Life – The Medway Heritage Place Project.
MVA 2024 AGM, Barry Clout Awards & Reducing Health Inequalities Workshop
Announcing MVA's 2024 AGM details, set to be an inspiring and informative event.
Join Our New Social Prescribing System: Joy!
Get Involved for FREE & Support Improving Health & Wellbeing in Medway & Swale.
Nominations for MVA's 2024 Barry Clout Volunteering Award Medway are now Open
Celebrating those who help others in the Community.
Help Raise Awareness this World Alzheimer's Month
World Alzheimer's Month is coming up in September.
Environmental Funding for Medway and Swale – The Community Fund from Orchard Community Energy
Orchard Community Energy (OCE) is offering funding for environmental-based projects serving Medway and Swale that achieve social goals.
Fundraising Facts you Need to Know in 2025
National newscaster Charity Digital look into the facts that will define fundraising in 2025, such as impact of the current social landscape, the latest trends in fundraising events, the use of digital, and much more
Five Effective Fundraising Ideas for Charities
National Newscaster Charity Digital have a look at different fundraising streams for charities and why they should consider adopting them into their fundraising plans
Tips for Charities to make the most of AI and Cloud Storage
National newscaster Charity Digital explore why cloud storage and collaboration matters for charities, how they can use it to improve productivity and keep their content secure
A Charity Guide to Effective Storytelling
National newscaster Charity Digital suggest some methods to communicate a charity’s story online, as well as how charities can focus on results to demonstrate impact
Keeping your Online Presence Secure
With help from Public Interest Registry, Charity Digital’s recent podcast discuss the importance of maintaining a secure online presence
Unrestricted Funding News Round-up, July 2024
MVA offers revised news and resource about unrestricted funding aimed at helping charities with their work and costs
Medway Council launches new local Health and Wellbeing Strategy
Medway’s Health and Wellbeing Board recently launched a new Health and Wellbeing Strategy, designed to drive the work of the board over the next five years
Core Cost Funding News Round-up (part 4 of 4),
MVA offers their final part in an updated series of funding news and resource aimed at helping charities with their Core and Infrastructure Costs
Changes to Companies House fees
The UK Government recently introduced changes to their filing fees in May this year, affecting those registering as a Community Interest Company
Core Cost Funding News Round-up (part 3 of 4 ), July 2024
MVA offers a further revised series of funding news and resource aimed at helping charities with their Core and Infrastructure costs
A Guide to Gift Aid for Charities from The Access Group
This management software provider has produced an exclusive guide aimed at helping charities understand and make the most of Gift Aid
Core Cost Funding News Round-up (part 2 of 4), July 2024
MVA offers another part in an updated series of funding news and resource aimed at helping charities with their Core and Infrastructure Costs
How AI can better support Fundraising,
National newscaster Charity Digital offer a whitepaper from cloud computing experts Cloud Direct which provides charities with guidance to use AI to overcome any fundraising obstacles
Core Cost Funding News Round-up (part 1 of 4), July 2024
MVA offers a revised series of funding news and resource aimed at helping charities with their Core and Infrastructure costs
How to Stay Cyber Secure with Volunteers
National newscaster Charity Digital explore how charities can strengthen their cyber security while working with volunteers
Funding Round-up – Community themed (part 2)
MVA offer a further collection of funding rounds from local and national organisations specifically focused on themes around community
How to Implement a Fundraising CRM System
An International technology company offer a FREE guide intended to set a charity’s fundraising CRM project up for success
Funding Round-up – Community (part 1)
MVA offer a collection of funding rounds from local and national organisations specifically focused on themes around community
Artificial Intelligence - A Starting Point for Charities
Community investment advisers The BIG Alliance recently delivered a video presentation for charities that offers insight into the use of artificial intelligence
How to Motivate Casual Charity Supporters
National newscaster Charity Digital look at how to convert casual supporters and lapsed donors into committed advocates for a charity’s cause
The Transformation Alliance, Summer 2024
The Transformation Alliance continues its work to improve Medway and Swale’s Voluntary and Charity sector and make it more resilient
Fundraiser Apprenticeship Programme from University of Kent, Summer 2024
The University of Kent’s Centre for Philanthropy are launching a course to help organisations gain skills and knowledge to gain and raise funding support for their charitable cause
What Charities need to Consider during the General Election, Spring/Summer 2024
The Charity Commission have issued guidance for charities, political activity and campaigning in light of the General Election
A Complete Guide to Charity Websites
In association with Oblongata, national newscaster Charity Digital discuss what you need to know about charity websites
Business and Employment Funding Round-up (Part 3)
MVA offer another collection of funding rounds from local and national organisations focusing on business and employment themes
How Charities can use WhatsApp Channels
National newscaster Charity Digital explore WhatsApp’s newest feature, Channels, and what it means for charities
Getting to Know your Cyber Security before AI
National newscaster Charity Digital explore the impact of Artificial Intelligence on cyber security and what this means for charities in 2024
MVA are recruiting - don't miss out on joining our dynamic team
Thanks to renewed funding, MVA are recruiting for two roles within their organisation - Befriending Support Officer and Infrastructure Officer
Business and Employment Funding Round-up (Part 2)
MVA provide a final collection of funding rounds from local and national organisations focusing on business and employment themes
Business and Employment Funding Round-up (Part 1)
MVA provide a collection of funding rounds from local and national organisations focusing on business and employment themes
Create Greater Impact with Social Media in 2024
In association with Hootesuite, newscaster Charity Digital explore key steps for charities to smash social media in 2024
Arts and Culture Funding Round-up (Part 3)
MVA provide another collection of funding rounds from local and national organisations focusing on arts and culture
Arts and Culture Funding Round-up (Part 2)
MVA provide a final collection of funding rounds from local and national organisations focusing on arts and culture
Arts and Culture Funding Round-up - Part 1
MVA offer a collection of funding rounds from local and national organisations focusing on arts and culture
Volunteers' Week 2024 - Medway Events FREE for you and your volunteers to join
Volunteers’ Week is an annual celebration of volunteers across the UK. And 2024 sees the 40th Anniversary of this event, running from Monday 3rd to Sunday 9th June
Shared Prosperity Fund - Now OPEN for applications
Medway Council's Shared Prosperity Fund is now open for applications - act soon, as the closing date is 5th June 2024
Invitation for Organisations to get involved in Community Events, April 2024
Various organisations and groups in Medway are hosting a wide range of large-scale creative and community events in 2024, and the Voluntary Sector are invited to join in!
How might the Charity Sector fare in 2024 - Enthuse Charity Pulse Report
Based around a report from fundraising technology provider Enthuse, newscaster Charity Digital explore how charities stayed strong, adaptable, and resilient in 2023, and their prospects for success in 2024
The benefits of Volunteers and Volunteering
Newscaster Charity Digital explore volunteering; recruitment and looking after volunteers, as well as other aspects and opportunities available for volunteers
Charity Digital - How Charities can Improve their Web Accessibility, Spring 2024
National newscaster Charity Digital explore how charities can ramp up their online accessibility, and show how a well-known charity did exactly that
Beginning of the End - New Alzheimer’s Drugs bringing hope of Slowing Disease for UK Patients
Two dementia medicines, which are set for approval in the UK, could be the first to directly improve the lives of patients
Online Security Support for Charities from UK Government – Introducing MyNCSC,
A FREE digital service is now available for charities, designed to enhance their cyber security approach
Charity Digital - Fundraising Facts you Need to Know in 2024
National newscaster Charity Digital take a look at the facts that identify current fundraising trends and activities for this coming year
Government Funding for VCSE Organisations to Help Improve Energy Efficiency, Spring 2024
The UK Government is providing funding to help charities, community groups and similar organisations improve their energy efficiency
MVA are recruiting - Community Accelerator
MVA have an exciting new role within their Community Health Catalyst programme and are inviting applications from people with a passion for working with local communities and who would like to be part of a growing campaign to reduce health inequalities.
Getting started with AI in Fundraising
National newscaster Charity Digital explore how charity fundraisers can take their first steps with Artificial Intelligence
MVA are recruiting for Community Activator
Become part of the team delivering the Award winning Community Health Catalyst team - now open for applications
Opportunity to lead an Award winning community-led campaign to reduce health inequalities.
MVA are are looking to recruit a driven, motivated and organised individual, with a passion for working with local communities and who would like to be part of a growing community-led campaign to reduce health inequalities.
Be Part of History – Calling all Young Performers and Producers for 40th Anniversary Production, Spring 2024
The Medway African and Caribbean Association seek talented young dancers and event producers for their milestone 40th Anniversary Celebration in July 2024
Creative Career Training Programme Now Open for Applications
Local arts organisation Ideas Test recently announced the final year of the Make Waves Creative Career Training Programme is now open to applications
Funding Round-up – Grants & Support for Disabled People and Health Conditions (Part 4), Winter 2024
MVA offers a final collection of announcements from organisations, such as The Langley Foundation and Tree of Hope, focusing on themes of funding and support for Disabled People and Health Conditions
Charity Digital - How to Prevent Fraud and Drive Donations, Winter 2024
National newscaster Charity Digital offer an eBook from an international solutions provider that offers charities practical guidance to preventing fraud and drive donations
Funding Round-up – Grants & Support for Disabled People and Health Conditions (Part 3), Winter 2024
MVA offer a further collection of resources from organisations, such as Kent Association for the Blind and Mobility Trust, focusing on themes of funding and support for Disabled People and Health Conditions
Charity Digital - What is the Creator Economy, Winter 2024
National newscaster Charity Digital explore how charities can get involved in the evolution that is the creator economy
Funding Round-up – Grants & Support for Disabled People and Health Conditions (Part 2), Winter 2024
MVA offers another collection of announcements from organisations, such as The Headway Emergency Fund and Independence at Home, focusing on themes of funding and support for Disabled People and Health Conditions
Protecting Immediate and Long-term Financial Health? – The Spring Budget, March 2024
On 6th March 2024, the Chancellor of the Exchequer delivered the Spring Budget
Funding news – Grants & Support for Carers (Part 4), Winter 2024
MVA offers a final collection of announcements from organisations, such as Revitalise and The Sandcastle Trust, focusing on themes of funding and support for Carers
Exciting Community Accelerator Role with MVA - Apply Now
A new role working closely with the VCESF in Medway and Swale and directly with members of communities experiencing the greatest health inequalities
Benefitting those who help Community - Introducing Medway Volunteer Network, Winter 2024
The Medway Volunteer Network from MVA continues its efforts to support volunteers offering their help, as well as supporting organisations who provide volunteering opportunities.
MVA brings you Joy in Medway and Swale
Funding Round-up – Grants & Support for Carers (Part 3), Winter 2024
MVA offers another collection of announcements from organisations, such as Imago and The Kent Volunteer Partnership, focusing on themes of funding and support for Carers
The Power of Language: ‘Adults at risk’ rather than ‘Vulnerable adults’, Winter 2024
MVA explores some of the definitions and terminology surrounding the safeguarding of adults
Charity Digital - The Best Digital Inclusion Resources for People and Organisations, Winter 2024
National newscaster Charity Digital offer resources aimed at helping charities get online, develop digital skills, and look after their own safety and others’ online safety
New Guidance on Social Media by the UK Government, Winter 2024
Updated guidance on how charities should engage with social media was recently released by The Charity Commission
Let's Talk Mental Health Training funded by H&CP
Funded by Medway and Swale's Health and Care Partnership, this free supported Medway's VCSEF to develop new skills
Funding Round-up – Grants & Support Information for Carers (Part 2), Winter 2024
MVA offer a further collection of resources from organisations, such as Family Holiday Charity and The Family Fund, focusing on themes of funding and support for Carers
Funding Round-up – Grants & Support for Carers (Part 1), Winter 2024
MVA offer a collection of resources from organisations, such as The Respite Association and The 3H Foundation, focusing on themes of funding and support for Carers
Funding Round-up – Grants & Support for Disabled People and Health Conditions (Part 1), Winter 2024
MVA offer a collection of resources from organisations, such as the Guide to Disability Grants and Action for Kids, focusing on themes of funding and support for Disabled People and Health Conditions
“Illuminating.. Impressive.. Excellent Support and Advice..” – The MVA Funding Club returns for 2024!
MVA’s Funding Club goes from strength to strength with memorable presentations for the New Year and one of its biggest turnouts to date
Kent Police and KM Prevent Team to deliver CPD Event in February about Hateful Extremism, Winter 2024
Kent Police and Kent & Medway Prevent team will be hosting a FREE key learning event this February 2024 in Maidstone both in person and online
Funding Round-up – Grants & Support for Individuals (Part 5), Winter 2024
MVA offers another collection of announcements from organisations, such as Skinners’ Benevolent Trust and Turn2Us, focusing on themes of funding and support for Individuals
Charity Digital - How to Safeguard the People you Support, Winter 2024
National newscaster Charity Digital explain what safeguarding is and the procedures and processes charities need to put in place
Funding Round-up – Grants & Support for Education (Part 4), Winter 2024
MVA offer another collection of resources from organisations, such as the Colyer-Fergusson Charitable Trust and Family Action, focusing on themes of funding and support for Education
The Launch of ‘Keep it Local for Better Health’ by Locality, Winter 2024
A national membership network charity will shortly be hosting an event which shares their studies and understanding to help improve health and wellbeing services in local community
Funding Round-up – Grants & Support for Education (Part 3), Winter 2024
MVA offers a final collection of announcements from organisations, such as The Scholarship Hub and The Thomas Wall Trust, focusing on themes of funding and support for Education
Charity Digital - How to fill Gaps on your Trustee Board, September 2023
National Newscaster Charity Digital offer guidance on how to identify gaps, recruit Trustees, and remove the barriers that prevent people from taking on these roles
Funding Round-up – Grants & Support for Education (Part 2), Winter 2024
MVA offers a collection of announcements from organisations, such as City & Guilds Foundation and Buttle UK, focusing on themes of funding and support for Education
Funding Round-up – Grants & Support for Individuals (Part 1), Winter 2024
MVA offer another collection of resources from organisations, such as Lightning Reach and Social Enterprise Kent, focusing on themes of funding and support for Individuals
Shape Your Infrastructure Services
MVA are inviting Trustees and the VCSEF to have their say on what support and services should look like for them in 2024
Improving women’s health services
Kent and Medway ICB invite you to help improve women’s health services
Funding Round-up – Grants & Support from KCC & Medway Council (Part 2), Autumn 2023
MVA offer a further selection of help from Kent County Council, focusing on themes of funding and support for Individuals
Funding Round-up – Grants & Support from KCC & KSAS (Part 1), Autumn 2023
MVA offers a selection of announcements from Kent County Council, focusing on themes of funding and support for Individuals
To Embrace who You Are - The January 2024 Conference from MYC, December 2023
The Medway Youth Council will be holding a Conference in January on the theme of identity, focusing on tackling homophobia and racism, and welcome interested organisations to take part
Charity Digital – The Status of UK Fundraising Report from Blackbaud, December 2023
Blackbaud Europe recently launched their anticipated Status of UK Fundraising 2023 report
Medway & Swale HCP Autumn
The Medway and Swale Health and Care Partnership recently released their latest newsletter, showcasing the work and events within The Partnership
Funding Round-up – Grants & Support for Individuals (Part 3), Autumn 2023
MVA offer a further selection of help from organisations, including Glasspool Charity Trust and Kent County Council, focusing on themes of funding and support for Individuals
Funding Round-up – Grants & Support for Individuals (Part 2), Autumn 2023
MVA offers another collection of announcements from organisations and authorities, such as Citizens Advice and UK Government, focusing on themes of funding and support for Individuals
Funding Round-up – Grants & Support for Individuals (Part 1), Autumn 2023
MVA offer a collection of announcements from energy suppliers, such as British Gas and Scottish Power, focusing on themes of funding and support for Individuals
The Autumn Statement, November 2023
On 22nd November 2023, the Chancellor of the Exchequer delivered the Autumn Statement
The Intersectional Storyteller’s Toolkit – A FREE resource from Media Trust, Autumn 2023
A national Media and Creative Industry partner has developed a toolkit designed to help charities become more intersectional in their communications and media work
Victims of Modern Slavery Workshop – A FREE Training event from MVA, Autumn 2023
In partnership with Medway and Swale Health & Care Partnership and the Community Health Catalyst Programme, MVA are running a workshop to educate attendees on the subject of modern slavery
VCS Transformation Academy - Learn More about the Academy
Charity Digital - Fundraising Ideas for the Festive Season, Autumn 2023
National newscaster Charity Digital offer a variety of ideas for charities to spread festive cheer and support their cause for the holiday season
The Launch of the Medway Neuro Café by MNN, October 2023
The Medway Neurological Network recently launched a welcoming venue which joins the growing collection of places supporting those who live with a neurological condition
Eventbrite Pricing Changes and a look at Alternative Event Platforms, Autumn 2023
One of the internet’s most widely used event management websites recently announced changes to their pricing for publishing events
Continuing to Improve Health Outcomes – The Community Health Catalyst Programme from MVA
MVA’s Community Health Catalyst Programme goes from strength to strength as it continues its work towards reducing health inequalities for local people
A Little Request to Make a Big Difference – A Call for Befriending Volunteers from MVA
MVA are calling for individuals who can give their skills, expertise, and time to offer companionship for good causes this winter season
Important Funding News from Kent Community Foundation, Autumn 2023
The regional grant giver is currently carrying out work to improve their processes on how they receive, assess, and award funding for relaunch in Spring 2024
Call for Collaboration in Social Prescribing Work to Support Communities, Autumn 2023
MVA are working on long-term social prescribing work to further improve the health and well-being in local community, and are inviting charities in the region to be involved
Getting on Board Festival of Trusteeship, Autumn 2023
The Festival of Trusteeship will take place between the 6th and 10th November this year, covering lots of different aspects to trusteeship and governance
Kent & Medway Funding Advice Day – A FREE event by Funding for All
A local fundraising specialist group are hosting a FREE Funding Advice day in November 2023, designed to help charities and VCSEs focus on building a Fundraising Strategy
The Creation of and the Importance of an Employee Listening Plan
An employee engagement and inclusive specialist have produced an online guide to help companies and charities alike create an effective Employee Listening Strategy and justify its importance
Kent & Medway ICS now part of a Committed Nationwide Effort to improving Mental Health, Autumn 2023
After extensive work and efforts made by partners across the region, The Kent & Medway ICS are now part of dedicated Government and Health sector activity to improve Mental Health across the UK
FREE Online Workshops to Support Male Body Image - Help Future Research by Taking Part
Local men (aged 18 years or over) are being invited to take part in a FREE 1-day event to help in nationwide research into how to better support men with body image
Charity Digital - How Job Sharing can recruit Better Charity Leaders, Autumn 2023
National Newscaster Charity Digital explore why charities are increasingly turning to job share applicants when they look for new leadership
Charity Digital - How to support disabilities in the workplace, Autumn 2023
Following Disability Pride Month which happened recently, national newscaster Charity Digital looks at how charities can support people with disabilities
Defibrillator Grants for Organisations from London Hearts, Autumn 2023
A London based organisation are offering grants for charities to install Defibrillator equipment in local premises, plus FREE training on the equipment
Open Session from KMSAB - Adopting a Trauma Informed Approach to Adult Safeguarding, October 2023
A multi-agency partnership will be hosting another on-line event this November for attendees to discuss topical issues and planned activity for the region
Prevent and SOC Week of Action this November, Autumn 2023
Kent and Medway Prevent Team will host a series of activities during a week of national events this November 2023 to raise awareness of important Safeguarding topics
Charity Digital - The Ultimate Guide to Cyber Security, Autumn 2023
National Newscaster Charity Digital offers a straightforward and accessible guide to cyber security, to help charities protect against loss of revenue, reputational damage and more
Celebrating those who Help Others in the Community – The Barry Clout Awards 2023
The search is on across Medway to recognise those who have given their skills, their expertise, and time to help others in the community
For Those who have gone Above and Beyond - Call for Nominations for the ‘A Better Medway Awards’, Summer 2023
Nominations are now open for the 2023 A Better Medway Awards, recognising those individuals, organisations, community groups and services who have made a real difference to the health and wellbeing of local communities
Kent Funders join forces to Increase Health and Wellbeing Grants, Summer 2023
Two Kent funders have formed a new funding partnership to help more small charities across Kent access health and wellbeing funding
Open Session from KMSAB - Safeguarding Adults Review 'Akram', September 2023
A multi-agency partnership are to host an on-line event this October for attendees to discuss topical issues and planned activity for the region
Local Plan - Make sure you and your service users have your say
The Local Plan is about helping Medway to grow sustainably and the consultation will close at 11.59pm on Tuesday 31 October 2023
Mental Health News Round-up, Summer 2023
Headlines include an opportunity to raise awareness of suicide prevention, and coverage of World Mental Health Day this coming October
Be Part of Something Amazing! Call for activities from Charity Sector for Year-long Event, Summer 2023
Calling all cultural or creative groups in Medway! Creative Medway are inviting voluntary sector organisations in Medway to submit their activities to form part of Festival 2024
Medway and Swale HCP - Apprenticeship Levy now encouraging Charity Applications, Summer 2023
Medway and Swale Health and Care Partnership recently announced they will prioritise available access to their apprenticeship levy for the local Charity Sector
Save the Date - A Medway Mental Health Event from MEGAN CIC, Summer 2023
Local community organisation MEGAN CIC invite you to join them as they host a local event to mark World Mental Health Day in October
Suicide Prevention Resources available from Kent & Medway Better Mental Health, Summer 2023
Teams from Kent and Medway Council’s Suicide Prevention and Better Mental Health have now collected all their available resources into a FREE, easy-to-access platform
The National Lottery Launches New Funding Strategy, Summer 2023
The National Lottery Community Fund is to strengthen their commitment toward grassroots funding as it recently announces a bold new 2030 strategy
Charity Digital - Artificial Intelligence and Cyber Security, August 2023
National Newscaster Charity Digital explore how cyber criminals are taking advantage of artificial intelligence, and what charities can do to keep themselves safe
Charity Digital - Crisis Control: Burnout in the Charity Sector, August 2023
In a recent podcast, National newscaster Charity Digital discuss how stress is affecting the charity sector and what charities can do to prevent it in the future
Swale Voluntary Alliance - Project Manager vacancy
A new opportunity to work with Swale Voluntary Alliance (a Swale based Consortium of VCSE organisations)
Charity Digital - How to Close Down a Project with Intention, August 2023
National newscaster Charity Digital explore the best ways to communicate the ending of a project, including how to acknowledge and respect that ending
Funding is Only Part of the Benefit – The GSK Impact Awards 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 GSK IMPACT Awards and new GSK Health Inequalities programme, designed to support small charities
Immediate Support for local People and Households - The Community Organisations Cost of Living Fund from The National Lottery, Summer 2023
The National Lottery is now delivering immediate funding for community organisations helping people with the cost-of-living crisis
Never Applied to Arts Council England before? – FREE Online Conference, August 2023
Creative Medway invites you to a FREE online session to find out more about Arts Council England, and how to apply for funding from them
Free Meals for Children during the Summer, August 2023
Money saving website Money Savers Central have published a list of national restaurants and venues where kids can eat for FREE
Recruiting Now for Office Supervisor and Finance Assistant
MVA are also recruiting for this role - read on to find out more
Charity Digital - How to find Inclusive Stock Imagery
Newscaster Charity Digital provide guidance for charities to find FREE inclusive stock imagery
Funding Round-up – Children and Youth (Part 5), August 2023
MVA offer a final collection in their series of funding rounds from local and national organisations specifically focused on themes around children and youth
Free Trustee Recruitment with Trustees Unlimited, June 2023
National organisation NCVO is offering FREE access to advertise trustee vacancies with a specialist recruitment service
NEW Volunteering & Community Development Officer
MVA are recruiting for a new post, read on for news on this exciting new role
MVA are recruiting now!
MVA are recruiting for a Social Prescribing Systems Project Manager
Charity Digital - The best Project Management Tools of 2023
Newscaster Charity Digital offers a top selection of some of the latest project management tools to help charities
Funding Round-up – Social Inclusion (Part 5), June 2023
MVA offer a final collection of funding rounds focusing on themes of social inclusion
Funding Round-up – Children and Youth (part 4), July 2023
MVA continue their series of funding rounds from local and national organisations specifically focused on themes around children and youth
Absenteeism - Managing Workplace Attendance and Absence, June 2023
Insights for Professionals (IFP) offer an exclusive guide about managing absenteeism issues and how your business can improve performance in your workplace
Funding Round-up – Children and Youth (part 3), July 2023
MVA offer another collection of funding rounds from local and national organisations specifically focused on themes around children and youth
Charity Digital - Tips for Efficiently Managing a Hybrid Project, June 2023
Newscaster Charity Digital share advice on how charities could manage a project when you have a hybrid team working in different places
Funding Round-up – Children and Youth (part 2), June 2023
MVA offers another collection of funding rounds from local and national organisations specifically focused on themes around children and youth
Technology News Round-up, June 2023
Headlines include exploring ways for charities to save money through accessing free, donated, and discounted tech; and Social Tariffs - cheaper broadband and phone packages to help households struggling through the Cost-of-Living crisis
Charity Digital - How Power Mapping can Improve Charity Campaigns, June 2023
Newscaster Charity Digital explore power mapping, how it works, and how it can create long-term change
Funding Round-up – Disability and Health (Part 3)
MVA provides another collection of recent local and national disability and health themed funding announcements for the Voluntary Sector
Funding Round-up – Children and Youth (part 1), June 2023
MVA offer a collection of funding rounds from local and national organisations specifically focused on themes around children and youth
The Charities Act and the Practical Effects on your Charity, Spring 2023
MVA highlights some of the recent changes made in The Charities Act 2022 and what this can mean for your charity or community group
Charity Digital - How to Communicate Organisational Change, June 2023
National Newscaster Charity Digital explore how charities can effectively let staff know about changes happening inside their organisation
Funding Round-up – Social Inclusion (Part 3), June 2023
MVA offer a further collection of funding rounds focusing on themes of social inclusion
Funding Round-up – Social Inclusion (Part 4), June 2023
MVA offer another selection of funding rounds that focus on themes of social inclusion
Funding Round-up – Physical Activity and Sport, June 2023
MVA offer another collection of funding rounds from local and national organisations specifically focused on themes around physical activity and sport
Funding Round-up – Heritage, June 2023
MVA offer a collection of funding rounds from local and national organisations specifically focused on themes around heritage
Funding Round-up – Social Inclusion (Part 2), June 2023
MVA offer another collection of funding rounds that focus on themes of social inclusion
The Importance of Addressing Workplace Loneliness, Spring 2023
Work from a national campaign provides insight into workplace loneliness and offers some possible solutions to tackle it
Funding Round-up – Social Inclusion (Part 1), May 2023
MVA offer a collection of funding rounds focusing on themes of social inclusion
Funding Round-up – Disability and Health (Part 2), May 2023
MVA offers another selection of recent local and national disability and health themed funding announcements for the Voluntary Sector
Job Vacancy - Community Engagement and Action Officer
If you have a passion for working with local communities and would like to be part of a growing campaign to reduce health inequalities, then this is the role for you.
To Improve Communities and Support local Businesses - The UKSPF Feasibility Fund, May 2023
Applications are being accepted for funding from Medway Council for studies that show the ease of setting up projects which can help improve the local area
Creative Medway Congress 2023
Are you interested in creativity and culture in Medway? Join Creative Medway for an afternoon of new ideas to shape the vision for culture in Medway
Charity Digital - How to Support Neurodiversity in the Workplace, Spring 2023
National Newscaster Charity Digital explore how charities can recruit and support people who are neurodiverse
Funding Round-up – General, May 2023
MVA offers a general selection of recent local and national funding announcements for the Voluntary Sector
Funding Round-up – Disability and Health (Part 1), May 2023
MVA offers a selection of recent local and national disability and health themed funding announcements for the Voluntary Sector
Funding Round-up – Environment (part 2), May 2023
MVA offer another collection of funding rounds from local and national organisations focusing on themes around environment
Funding Round-up – Environment (Part 1), May 2023
MVA offer a collection of funding rounds from local and national organisations specifically focused on themes around environment
Funding Round-up – Community (part 3), April 2023
MVA offer a final collection of funding rounds from local and national organisations specifically focused on themes around community
Funding Round-up – Community (part 2), April 2023
MVA offer another collection of funding rounds from local and national organisations specifically focused on themes around community
Funding Round-up – Disability and Health (Part 4), May 2023
MVA delivers a final collection of recent local and national disability and health themed funding announcements for the Voluntary Sector
UK Government launches Programme to Help Charities better Compete for Public Contracts, April 2023
The UK Government has launched a new programme designed to help charities and similar organisations bid for and win public sector contracts
Charity Digital News Round-up – Cyber Security, Spring 2023
Headlines include how can charities prevent becoming victims of fraud, and the cyber security challenges charities are facing in 2023
Offering Support for Health and Wellbeing in Local Community – Introducing The Philip and Connie Phillips Foundation, Spring 2023
An independent foundation for Kent and Medway is offering grants to local charities to support their activities to better local health and wellbeing in community
Funding Round-up – Business and Employment (part 3), April 2023
Funding Round-up – Business and Employment (part 2), April 2023
Funding Round-up – Business and Employment (part 1), April 2023
Funding Round-up, Easter 2023
MVA offer a mixed collection of funding rounds from local and national organisations focused on community and general themes
Funding Round-up – Community (part 1), April 2023
Funding Round-up – Arts and Culture (Part 2), April 2023
Funding Round-up – Arts and Culture (Part 1), April 2023
MVA provide a collection of funding rounds from local and national organisations focusing on arts and culture
Exclusive Discount for Medway Voluntary Action Members & VCS Partners with Netbox Recruitment
News Round-up from KCF, March 2023
Headlines include infrastructure funding from Kent County Council, and The Foundation’s Themed Funds are getting a rebrand
Funding News Round-up – BBC Children in Need, March 2023
MVA offers a collection of funding announcements and news from Children in Need
Charity Digital - Artificial Intelligence Generated Content and Charities, March 2023
Newscaster Charity Digital explore the use of Artificial Intelligence, the benefits to charities, and if it’s time your charity should be using it
Nominations now Open for NHS Parliamentary Awards, March 2023
The NHS Parliamentary Awards are now open for nominations, which now includes a new volunteer category
The Happy Manifesto Podcast, March 2023
Join Henry Stewart and Maureen Egbe as they explore creating happy workplaces
Additional Support for not-for-profit community groups
A Plan for Growth Prosperity and Purpose? – The Spring Budget, March 2023
On 15th March 2023, the Chancellor of the Exchequer delivered the Spring Budget
How Charities can stay Financially Afloat this Year, March 2023
Newscaster Charity Digital explore how charity finance professionals can plan for this financial year, including recommendations on reporting, training, and budgeting
Inclusion Resources for Charities, March 2023
The digital experts at Zoe Amar Digital offer a round-up of the latest resources which explore inclusion from a global perspective to help charities in their practices
Making a Good Partnership Agreement, March 2023
As more charities start to collaborate and work with Public Healthcare groups, a recognised consultancy firm deliver advice to help create the best working guidelines for all concerned
COMING THIS MARCH! - My Whole Self Day from MHFA, February 2023
March 14th 2023 will see the high-point of Mental Health First Aid England’s campaign for workplace culture change
Money & Mental Health Advice Service from Citizens Advice, February 2023
The Suicide Prevention Programme have partnered with Citizens Advice to offer a service that helps support and advise individuals with both money and mental health problems
Charity Digital –The Power of Storytelling to Raise Funds, February 2023
Newscaster Charity Digital explore how charities can use stories to create understanding, to promote their mission and demonstrate impact to improve their fundraising
Charity Digital – A (Comprehensive) Guide to Volunteering, February 2023
Newscaster Charity Digital explore volunteering; recruitment and looking after volunteers and the importance of a management system, as well as the opportunities available for volunteers
Charity Digital - The Best Online Fundraising Platforms for Charities, February 2023
Newscaster Charity Digital list some of the best free and affordable online fundraising platforms for charities
Be Kind to your Mind – New Campaign launch from Medway Council, February 2023
A new mental health and wellbeing campaign for Medway is being launched this month!
For Community and Environment Projects - Lower Thames Crossing Community Fund from KCF, February 2023
The Kent Community Foundation are delivering grants and funding to support local charities and community groups based near the Gravesham and Medway area
King’s Fund News Round-up, February 2023
Headlines include charting the nation’s health, and plans for a sustainable health and care workforce
You are invited to The Strategy Room
FREE Mental Health Training Courses available from HEE, January 2023
A series of FREE courses and masterclasses on mental health and learning disability are available nationwide to NHS healthcare professionals
Mental Health News Round-up (Part 2), January 2023
Headlines unveiling of a new Crisis Prevention Service for Thanet, Medway, and north Kent; and Wellbeing Workshops being held this Spring for 18-25 year olds
Mental Health News Round-up (Part 1), January 2023
Headlines include details of the 'Inside Mind and Body' event in Maidstone, and a new practical and creative initiative for young men in Medway
Mental Health News Round-up (Part 2), Winter 2022
Headlines include details of a mental health support hub for Kent and Medway, and a new national initiative providing advice to parents and carers
Mental Health News Round-up (Part 1), Winter 2022
Headlines include details of Parent/Carer Support Group from West Kent Mind, and Introducing DAVE
UK Government Announces new Energy Bills Discount Scheme for Businesses, January 2023
A new energy scheme for businesses, charities, and the public sector has recently been confirmed by the UK Government
Supporting the Elderly and Vulnerable - One Stop Community Partnership Programme from Groundwork, January 2023
A collaborative program continues its work to help charities tackle food poverty and support the elderly and vulnerable within the local community
Charity Digital - How to Avoid Meeting Overload, January 2023
Newscaster Charity Digital offers guidance to help readers regain control of their time spent in meetings
Helping to Find a Warm Space – Medway Council now Supporting the Warm Welcome Campaign, January 2023
The Council are providing support to VCS organisations that can offer warm stations and venues for those struggling to heat their homes
The MVA Website - Now Available in Multiple Languages, Winter 2023
MVA has added a link to Google Translate in their home page, offering visitors the opportunity to translate its web pages into a preferred language
Funding News Round-up, Winter 2022
Headlines include an update of The Energy Redress Fund, plus support for Staff and Employment costs
Charity Digital - How to Fundraise during a Cost-of-Giving Crisis, December 2022
Newscaster Charity Digital have produced practical guidance, designed to help charities encourage donations during the Cost-of-Living crisis
Charity Digital News Round-up (part 2), Winter 2022
Headlines include making recruitment disability-inclusive, plus details about their milestone Podcast discussing climate change and the charity sector
A Plan for Stability, Growth and Public Services? - The Autumn Statement, November 2022
On 17th November 2022, the new Chancellor of the Exchequer delivered the Autumn Statement
Your Views Count – Help bring Fresh Insights to Healthcare Improvement with Healthwatch and THIS Institute, December 2022
Healthwatch Medway are working with THIS Institute to better understand and improve doctor-patient communication and need your help to do this
Exciting Opportunity for a Project Leader with Ideas Test
Charity Digital News Round-up (part 1), Winter 2022
Headlines include how to create a social media kit, and the upcoming charity trends for this holiday season
Providing Opportunity for the Young – The Future Communities Fund from The Co-op Foundation, December 2022
The Co-op Foundation recently launched this new Fund for voluntary organisations that help diverse young people become leaders and activists
Cost of living Crisis News Round-up – Open Programmes for Core Cost Funding (Part 3), November 2022
MVA offers the final part in this series of specific funding news and resource aimed at helping charities during the country’s Cost of living Crisis
The King’s Fund - Leading Well for Staff Health and Wellbeing in the NHS, November 2022
The King’s Fund are presenting a FREE online professional development course, offering attendees an opportunity to understand their own health and wellbeing
Charity Digital - How to Make your Inclusion Intersectional, November 2022
Newscaster Charity Digital have produced practical guidance to help charities become more inclusive when providing their help and support for others
Cost of living Crisis News Round-up – Open Programmes for Core Cost Funding (Part 2), November 2022
MVA continues their series of specific funding news and resource aimed at helping charities during the country’s Cost of living Crisis
Cost of living Crisis News Round-up – Open Programmes for Core Cost Funding (Part 1), November 2022
MVA delivers a new series of funding news and resource aimed at helping charities during the country’s Cost of living Crisis
Cost of living Crisis News Round-up - Funding for Core and Infrastructure Costs part 2, November 2022
MVA offers another part in its series of funding news and resource aimed at helping charities during the country’s Cost of living Crisis
Announcing the Barry Clout Volunteering Award Winners for 2022
Spotlight on Loneliness and Social Isolation from Barnado’s, November 2022
National charity Barnado’s has recently released work profiling the subject of loneliness and isolation faced by care-experienced young people
Cost of living Crisis News Round-up - Funding for Core and Infrastructure Costs part 1, November 2022
MVA continues in its series of funding news aimed at helping charities during the country’s Cost of living Crisis
Cost of living Crisis News Round-up - Unrestricted and Core Costs Funding (part 2), October 2022
MVA offers another part in a new series of funding news and resource aimed at helping charities with their Core and Infrastructure Costs during the country’s Cost of living Crisis
Charity Digital - Tips for Working in an Emotionally Challenging Environment, November 2022
Newscaster Charity Digital have produced guidance to help charities support themselves and their teams in emotionally challenging environments
CSR Resources from the VCS Transformation Academy
Cost of Living Crisis News Round-up - Other Sources of Grant Funding part 2, October 2022
MVA offers the final part of their current series of funding news and resource aimed at helping charities during the country’s Cost of living Crisis
Kent and Medway Safeguarding Adults Board Strategic Plan 2022 to 2025, October 2022
The new Plan has been released from the Kent and Medway Safeguarding Adults Board, designed to protect adults with care and support needs and those at risk
Kent & Medway Funding Advice Day, October 2022
November 2022 sees local organisation Funding for All host a day of FREE training designed to empower charities in their fundraising
The Cost of Giving Crisis – Exclusive Report from The Access Group offers Guidance for Charities, October 2022
This management software provider has produced an exclusive report aimed at helping charities maintain their appeal and their support during the cost-of-living crisis
Cost of living Crisis News Round-up - Unrestricted and Core Cost Funding (part 1), October 2022
MVA offers a new series of funding news and resource aimed at helping charities with their Core and Infrastructure Costs during the country’s Cost of living Crisis
MVA Recruiting Now for a Programmes Officer
An exciting opportunity exists for a Programmes Officer to work with an energetic team at MVA. Do you like working in a busy environment with a dynamic team of staff and volunteers? And do you like the variety of day-to-day activities that project working brings, and the feeling of achievement when the project goes well? If so, this job is for you.
Cost of Living Crisis News Round-up - Other Sources of Grant Funding part 1, October 2022
MVA offers another 2-part series of funding news and resource aimed at helping charities during the country’s Cost of living Crisis
Join us for our VCS Equality Diversity & Inclusion Focus + Health and Networking Event. As well as MVA'S AGM 2022
Medway Voluntary Action's Annual General Meeting will be held on Tuesday 15th November 2022 and brings together Medway’s VCS to celebrate their successes and the amazing work of their volunteers over the last year and this year. We will collectively take a closer look at the role of equality, diversity, and inclusion within the sector and provide networking opportunities. As well as announcing the winner and runners-up of the Barry Clout Award for Outstanding Contributions to Volunteering in Medway.
Cost of living Crisis News Round- up - Energy Grants and Advice part 2, October 2022
MVA offers the 2nd part of a series of specific funding news and resource aimed at helping charities during the country’s Cost of living Crisis
Cost of living Crisis News Round-up - Energy Grants and Advice part 1, October 2022
MVA offers a further series of funding news and resource aimed at helping charities during the country’s Cost of living Crisis
Cost of living Crisis News Round-up - Grant Funding for Individuals & Families, October 2022
MVA offer another series of funding news and resource aimed at helping charities during the country’s Cost of living Crisis
Cost of living Crisis News Round-up – Charity Funding to Provide Food, October 2022
MVA offers another series of funding news and resource aimed at helping charities during the country’s Cost of living Crisis
Cost of Living Crisis News Round-up - Funding for Charities, October 2022
MVA offers a series of funding news and resource aimed at helping charities during the country’s Cost of living Crisis
Collaboration, Mobilisation, and Innovation in Public Health - FREE online event from The King’s Fund, October 2022
On 20th October 2022, The King’s Fund will host a FREE online event, offering an opportunity to share experiences and lessons from the public health response to the pandemic
A Year of Listening’ An Exciting New Community Engagement Project on Cancer Services in Kent & Medway
A ‘Year of Listening’ is an exciting new 12-month Kent wide community engagement project which will engage with local communities and residents to understand the barriers and challenges local people are experiencing in accessing cancer treatment and support services in Kent & Medway.
Charity Digital - Creating a Digital Strategy for your Charity, September 2022
Newscaster Charity Digital have produced guidance designed to help charities develop their perfect digital strategy
Everyone has the Right to feel Safe – Updated Anti-bullying Guidelines from the Charity Commission, September 2022
The UK Government’s Charity Commission recently published guidance simplifying the role of Trustees in cases of bullying and harassment
What Works for Us, and What we Need to Work on – A Measure of UK Quality of Life from ONS, September 2022
For the first time in over two years, The Office of National Statistics recently updated The Measures of National Well-being Dashboard, giving an overview of how the UK is doing
Charity Digital – How Charities can Best Engage Younger Generations, September 2022
This bumper-guide from the national newscaster explores how to be more appealing to the Millennials and Gen Z, and how to engage with them better
Essential Resource: Debt Bondage in Relation to County Lines from The Children’s Society, September 2022
This national charity has produced a support resource for professionals describing how debt is used to control children and vulnerable adults
Charity Digital - Team Development and Teambuilding tips for Success, September 2022
Newscaster Charity Digital have produced some advice designed to help develop a team’s skills, strengths, and interests to work together and become successful
Charity Digital - How to Digitally Upskill Workers, September 2022
Newscaster Charity Digital explore the benefits of improving digital skills of a charity group and how to start doing it
Have You Heard About The National Volunteering Certificate?
Details about The National Volunteer Certificate
MIFA to host Guest Speaker from Amnesty International, September 2022
September sees Medway Inter Faith Action host an informative talk about the work and local projects from the world's leading human rights organisation
Charity Digital – WordPress: A simple Guide for Charities, August 2022
National newscaster Charity Digital offer a simple and easy guide to using this web development tool
To Help Local Parents and Carers – Medway Parenting Support Fund from Medway Council and KCF, August 2022
Medway Council are offering funding for charities to deliver support activities to help parents and carers in the local area
They want Your Views – Register your Interest to Improve and Better Medway, August 2022
There is still time to contribute ideas to help Local Authorities regenerate Medway Towns with help through The UK Shared Prosperity Fund
Charity Digital - The Power of Blogging, August 2022
National Newscaster Charity Digital’s latest podcast explores how charities can create successful messages for their cause
Time Well Spent – Findings from recent Report reveal Changes in the Volunteer Experience, August 2022
A research programme from NCVO shows charities have adapted to face the challenges of covid-19
Do You Know a Local Community Group or Organisation in Medway Who Deserve a Queens Award for Voluntary Service
Information on Queens Award for Voluntary Service
The King’s Fund – Exploring Health Inequalities, August 2022
National charity The King’s Fund explore Health Inequalities and how they are experienced in England
Charity Digital – Exploring Microsoft Cloud for Charities, August 2022
National Newscaster Charity Digital explore the company’s new all-in-one product and what it means for charities
We were Absolutely Invisible –Impact on Mental Health of Charity Sector Volunteers during COVID-19 Pandemic, August 2022
A report published recently by a national charity highlighted the experiences of frontline and grassroots VCS organisations amid the pandemic
MHFA – A Reflection of Men’s Health Week, August 2022
Mental Health First Aid talks to the Lifestyle Editor of a popular culture magazine about the physical and mental health challenges that men face today
MVA and Swale CVS are recruiting now
MVA and Swale CVS are seeking candidates for three roles within their exciting and innovative Community Health Catalyst programme
Charity Digital – Accounting Trends Round-up, July 2022
National Newscaster Charity Digital explore the automating of charity finances and new changes planned to accounting disclosure for charities
Charity Digital - How your Charity can Grow, August 2022
National Newscaster Charity Digital look at various qualities that can go toward making a charity successful
MVA’s Medway Volunteer Manager & Co-ordinator Support Network
Details about Medway’s Volunteer Manager & Co-ordinator Support Network
Charity Digital - A Collection of Places for FREE Digital Advice, July 2022
National Newscaster Charity Digital has an on-line guide to help charities find free digital advice
How Charities Can Find The Right Corporate Partner
MVA’s New Employer Supported Volunteering Programme Support Service & Why You Should Get Involved
To Help make Simple, Positive Change – The Relaunch of Medway Can Funding, July/August 2022
Local health campaign are set to relaunch a call for funding applications from projects aimed at improving and supporting local people live healthier lives
Funding Round-up – Children and Youth (Part 7), August 2022
Funding Round-up – Children and Youth (part 6), August 2022
MVA offers further collection in their series of funding rounds from local and national organisations specifically focused on themes around children and youth
Charity Digital - When Charities should Reject Donations, July 2022
National Newscaster Charity Digital explore when and how charities can choose to reject donations for legal or moral reasons
The Future of Fundraising for Charities after Covid
Income generation support for VCS organisations and groups in Medway
Medway’s New Charity Alliance The Story So Far
Details of Medway’s New Charity Alliance
Medway’s New VCS Transformation Academy The Story So Far
Respond, Recover, Reset – How The Charity Sector changed through The Pandemic, June 2022
The findings have been released from a national project that examines the impact of COVID-19 on voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations
Funding Round-up – Children and Youth (part 5), July/August 2022
MVA offer another collection in their current series of funding rounds from local and national organisations specifically focused on themes around children and youth
Funding Round-up – Children and Youth (part 4), July 2022
Funding Round-up – Children and Youth (part 3), July 2022
Funding Round-up – Social Inclusion (Part 6), June 2022
MVA offer a final series of funding rounds that focus on themes of social inclusion
Funding Round-up – Children and Youth (part 2), June/July 2022
Funding Round-up – Children and Youth (part 1), June/July 2022
Signposting & Support - Directory of Local Services from MEGAN CIC, June 2022
A Local organisation has co-produced a Signposting & Support Booklet offering details of the help available locally
Your Views Count - Citizens Advice Medway Planning to Extend Services to the Heart of Community, June 2022
Local support organisation is planning to extend their services to various public venues, and would like to know what you think
Funding Round-up – Social Inclusion (Part 5), June 2022
Shared Prosperity Fund – Levelling Up People’s Pride In Places They Love
Want to find out how your charity can ‘Go Greener’?
Information on how your charity can ‘Go Greener’?
Funding Round-up – Social Inclusion (Part 4), June 2022
MVA offer another collection of funding rounds focusing on themes of social inclusion
Funding Round-up – Social Inclusion (Part 3), June 2022
MVA offer a collection of funding rounds from local and national organisations focusing on themes of social inclusion
Funding Round-up – Social Inclusion (Part 2), May/June 2022
MVA offer another collection of funding rounds from local and national organisations focusing on themes of social inclusion
Funding Round-up – Heritage, June 2022
Small Charities Week 2022
To help celebrate we've collated information on the wealth of resources to support small community groups or organisations
Transformation Academy and Alliance
Funding Round-up – Physical Activity and Sport, June 2022
Funding Round-up – General (Part 2), June 2022
Funding Round-up – Disability and Health (Part2), June 2022
Funding Round-up – Disability and Health (Part 1), June 2022
Funding Round-up – Social Inclusion (Part 1), May 2022
MVA offer another series of funding rounds from local and national organisations focusing on themes of social inclusion
Medway Transformation Academy & Alliance Update Session at MVA’s Online Community Update Meeting On Friday 10th June 10am – 11.30am)
Information on Medway Transformation Academy & Alliance
To Listen, To Reflect – The Medway and Swale Listens HCP Mental Wellbeing Workshop, June 2022
A FREE interactive online workshop is taking place in June, where attendees interested in improving mental health care can listen to and discuss what is impacting the local wellbeing
Join Medway Voluntary Action In Celebrating National Volunteers Week 2022
Celebrating National Volunteers Week 2022
Funding Round-up – Environment, May 2022
Funding Round-up – General (Part 1), May/June 2022
MVA offers another selection of recent local and national funding announcements for the Voluntary Sector
Funding Round-up – Community (part 2), May 2022
Funding Round-up – Community (part 1), May 2022
Re-Approved to Continue Helping Vulnerable Households save Energy – The Energy Redress Scheme from Energy Saving Trust and OFGEM, May 2022
A recent ruling from the national energy watchdog allows the continuation of a scheme designed to champion vulnerable households in saving energy and money
Continuing to offer Help to Vulnerable Households - Housing Support Fund from UK Government, May 2022
In October 2021, this funding programme was launched by UK Government to provide additional support to vulnerable people affected by the cost of living
Let's Work – New Programme to offer Support to help Young Adults Prepare for Employment, May 2022
Mid Kent College will be launching a new support programme to help local young adults get a head start in the jobs market
Charity Digital - Different ways to Keep Active and Fit for a Good Cause, May 2022
National Newscaster Charity Digital has an on-line guide to help charities plan sporting themed fundraising events
Charity Digital – (Ingredients to) Forming a Great Business and Charity Partnership, May 2022
National Newscaster Charity Digital has published on-line guidance to help charities approach and collaborate with local businesses
Funding Round-up – Business and Employment (part 2), May 2022
Funding Round-up – Business and Employment (part 3), May 2022
Funding Round-up – Business and Employment (part 1), May 2022
To Build Pride in Place and Increase Life Chances – The VCS UK Shared Prosperity Fund meetings from MVA, May 2022
MVA will be hosting a series of meetings offering VCS groups the chance to collaborate and get involved in producing an upcoming bid for this UK Government funding
Understanding Visual Impairment – Medway Together’s FREE Employer Training from KAB, May 2022
Kent wide organisation Kent Association for the Blind is offering FREE visual impairment training for VCS employers in Medway
Supporting Families with Young Children through Tough Times - Medway Together’s Financial Fitness Project from Home Start, April 2022
Local family advocacy organisation recently unveiled a FREE programme offering financial and employment guidance for local families
Better Community, Better Future – The wHoo Cares Employability Programme in partnership with Medway Together, April 2022
Local organisation wHoo Cares has launched a scheme to help local residents increase their chances of employment whilst improving on their well-being
Helping People set Goals and make Career Plans – Medway Together’s “Let’s Get Moving” Programme from CAP Enterprise, April 2022
A coaching and consultancy group recently launched a FREE interactive programme designed to help anybody take a fresh, new direction into employment
Unlocking Endless Potential - Introducing WomenKind in partnership with Medway Together, April 2022
Local organisation CAP Enterprise CIC has launched a scheme to help local women improve on their confidence to dive into the job market
Funding Round-up – Arts and Culture (Part 1), April 2022
Funding Round-up – Arts and Culture (Part 2), April 2022
Funding News Round-up, April 2022
MVA brings a selection of recent local and national news events from the Voluntary Sector
Creating Life Chances – Programme launched offering Essential Training and Skills to Young Adults for Employment, April 2022
The Medway Diversity Forum is launching a programme to help local young adults gain essential skills for the jobs market
Guides, Translators, Funding and More - Charity Sector Ukraine Resources, April 2022
MVA provide some useful resources from NAVCA for anyone supporting Ukrainian people arriving in the UK
Lead4Hope Cohort 1 Programme Report – Community Launch Event hosted by PCAP, April/May 2022
National organisation PCAP are hosting an event this May offering awareness and insight to help local leaders better serve their communities
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion – NAVCA to host FREE event exploring Boards and Trustee Responsibilities, April 2022
National organisation NAVCA will shortly be hosting an event to explore the role of Boards and Trustees in addressing equality, diversity and inclusion
MVA Survey findings report on how Local Charities have been Impacted by COVID, Summer 2021
MVA recently published their findings from the survey responses from their May/June 2021 campaign
Inspiring and Supporting people to reach their Full Potential - The Wellness and Wellbeing Programme from Great Leaps, March 2022
Local organisation Great Leaps Adventure are now including their successful programme into the Medway Together Partnership to improve confidence, increase self-worth and rebuild resilience
The Intention to Deliver on Public Policies, but Fell Short? – The Spring Statement from UK Government, March 2022
On 23rd March 2022, the Chancellor of the Exchequer delivered the Spring Statement
Keeping Ukrainian people in touch with Loved Ones – National Databank from CAS Training and The Good Things Foundation, March 2022
A local organisation are working with a national charity to offer free mobile data to help those escaping the conflict in Ukraine
Cancer Alliance 2022/23 Transformational Funding – Invitation for Applications
The Kent and Medway Cancer Alliance recently launched a call for applications to fund projects that would improve and support the earlier cancer diagnosis and cancer care for patients in the region
Medway Child Health Conference, March 2022
With the theme on improving the health and wellbeing outcomes for the young, this year's Child Health Conference is being held at Chatham Historic Dockyard
Update - Relaxing of the COVID Rules, March 2022
An update on UK Government's latest Covid guidance
To Support the Essential Work to tackle Homelessness - Frontline Support Grants from UK Government, Spring 2022
The Government has launched a new fund to support voluntary and community organisations that support the homelessness and rough sleeping sector
Continuing to help charities supply to those in most need – Introducing Giving World, March 2022
Giving World are a charity who redistribute local surplus quality stock to less fortunate people in community
News@Medway – Latest from Medway NHS Trust, Spring 2022
Medway NHS Foundation Trust has recently released their latest bulletin, News@Medway, showcasing the work and events within The Trust
Charity Digital – Key Areas of Cost Budgeting, March 2022
The newscaster offers video guidance about cost budgeting, aimed at making it easier for charities to work out and process as well as reduce any financial risk
For Projects that Help the Less Fortunate - Improving Lives Programme from Henry Smith Charity, Spring 2022
Henry Smith Charity continue to offer funding to local organisations that are delivering services directly to disadvantaged people in greatest need
“You may be the Only Person they Tell” - #AreTheySafe campaign from NAVCA, Spring 2022
NAVCA continue their efforts to tackle the underreporting of safeguarding concerns and urge other charities to join in
Connecting local Charities with Businesses who Care – The Matchmaking service from A Good Thing, February 2022
A digital app from A Good Thing CIC aims to connect local businesses with good causes
Charity Digital - Free Cyber Security Tools that can Help Charities, February 2022
Newscaster Charity Digital explore some of the helpful resources on offer to charities from the National Cyber Security Centre
Medway's New VCS Transformation Academy is OPEN for applications
The VCS Transformation Academy & Alliance is the much discussed opportunity for Medway’s VCS to radically transform how we operate.
The Launch of the Macmillan South East and East of England Cancer Network, February 2022
Macmillan continue their efforts on improving on cancer care and treatment with the launch of a new network
For Ideas moving Communities Forward - The Aviva Community Fund, Spring 2022
Aviva are taking applications to offer funding for projects that promote financial wellbeing and act on climate change
An Opportunity to Offer Technology Guidance for Community Success – The Digital Champions Programme, February 2022
Local organisation Carers First will shortly be introducing a programme to train young carers help their peers build on their digital confidence and knowledge
Improving Life Chances and Supporting People and Communities in most Need – Introducing Medway Together, February 2022
Education providers, community groups, charities and similar enterprises have secured money from the Community Renewal Fund to offer projects that better Medway
Get Connected – New Programme offers Support to help Young Adults Prepare for Employment, January 2022
Mid Kent College is set to launch a new programme to help local young adults get a head start in the jobs market
More Than just Grant Listings – Funding for All continue their Support for Local Charities, February 2022
Does your group require help with funding applications? Then please read on...
Have Your Say - The Future for Unpaid Carers in Kent, January/February 2022
Kent County Council has launched a public consultation into the Adult Carers' Strategy and need your help to shape these plans
Funding Announced to help Energy Charity support worried Billpayers in UK, January 2022
The curator for one of UK's biggest consumer services recently announced funding to help a national energy charity create new support service
Charity Digital – The Future of Volunteering, Winter 2022
Newscaster Charity Digital looks to the future of volunteering in a post-COVID-19 world
Charity Digital - Why Charities should Consider Website Accessibility Right Now, January 2022
Newscaster Charity Digital explore how charities can make their website accessible for any kind of visitor
Charity Digital - How to purchase Discounted Microsoft Office 365 Products
Want to get Microsoft Office for the best price? Charity Digital offer a simple, straightforward way through their Charity Digital Exchange
Charity Digital - How Cyber Breaches affect Fundraising, Service Delivery, and More
Newscaster Charity Digital has released a video to help charities understand and defend against the threat of cyber-attacks
New Year, New Start, Ongoing Support – Citizens Advice Medway Continue to Champion those in Need, January 2022
Local charity Citizens Advice Medway continue their commitment to supporting the Medway residents through life’s uncertainties and obstacles
NCVO - The Findings into the Government’s Response to Volunteering in England amid COVID-19, Winter 2022
A study published recently analyses the Government’s response to volunteering in England, and its impact, in light of the Covid-19 pandemic
Cold Weather Preparedness from The Emergencies Partnership
The Emergencies Partnership now has a collection of advice and guidance to support preparing for the challenges of cold weather
The King’s Fund - What is the Health and Care Bill and why does it matter, Winter 2022
National charity The King’s Fund talk about the NHS, social care, and all things health policy and leadership
The Medway VCS Transformation Academy and Alliance
The Medway VCS Transformation Academy and Alliance has been launched - and you are now invited to express your interest in joining these unique and valuable initiatives.
Local Job Vacancies
Plan B - The Latest Government Covid Restrictions Explained, December 2021
The UK Government recently imposed tougher COVID-19 restrictions in England to slow the spread of the Omicron coronavirus variant
The Launch of The Women & Girls Match Fund, Winter 2021/22
The UK's biggest match funding platform is about to launch their next campaign aimed at improving the lives of vulnerable, disadvantaged or underrepresented women and girls
Government Funding Now Available to support Suicide Prevention Services, December 2021
The Government has launched a fund to help suicide prevention services meet increased demand in light of the pandemic.
UK Government announces COVID Antiviral Drugs to help Combat Winter Pandemic, October/November 2021
The Department for Health and Social Care has recently announced the upcoming release of antiviral drugs, designed to treat vulnerable patients against COVID-19
Encouraging Different Perspectives - Trustees’ Week Round-up, November 2021
MVA offers some articles from this year’s Trustees’ Week
To Access more Opportunities across a Range of Sectors – The Volunteering Futures Fund, November 2021
The Government recently opened a new fund, aimed at helping more people access volunteering opportunities across various sectors
Charity Digital - Easy Steps toward Sustainability
National newscaster Charity Digital recently published a guide for charities to help promote living a more sustainable lifestyle.
A Post-Covid Age of Optimism? – The Government Budget, Autumn 2021
On 27th October 2021, The Chancellor of the Exchequer delivered his Budget and a multi-year Spending Review
Community Buildings and Outdoor Space Improvement Grants from Asda Foundation
A new grants programme has been launched by The Asda Foundation designed to help grassroots organisations improve local community spaces and places
Hosting Accessible Meetings Online – a Bitesize Briefing from MVA
MVA have released a new Bitesize Briefing Video on Hosting Accessible Online Meetings
The King’s Fund – How Integrated Care Systems will work under the Health and Care Bill
National charity The King’s Fund explore how planning and partnership bodies could work together based on the provisions currently drafted in the recent Health and Care Bill.
Charity Digital - How to Host a Hybrid Meeting, October 2021
National newscaster Charity Digital explore how charities can host meetings successfully, catering for attendees both virtually and in-person as the world of work goes hybrid
Share Your Views about Medway’s Local Plan – MVA Community Update Meeting, November 2021
Here’s how you can attend MVA’s upcoming Community Update Meeting which will explore the Medway Council’s future plans for the immediate and local region
Funding News Round-up, October 2021
Funding Round-up – Children and Youth (part 3), October 2021
MVA offer a final collection of funding rounds from local and national organisations specifically focused on themes around children and youth
Funding Round-up – Children and Youth (part 2), October 2021
Funding Round-up – Children and Youth (part 1), October 2021
Funding Round-up (part 2), October 2021
MVA offer another collection of funding rounds from local and national organisations
Funding Round-up (part 1), October 2021
MVA offer a collection of funding rounds from local and national organisations
Funding Round-up – Community (part 3), September/October 2021
Funding Round-up – Community (part 2), September/October 2021
MVA offers another collection of funding rounds from local and national organisations specifically focused on themes around community
Funding Round-up – Community (part 1), September/October 2021
Funding Round-up – Environment, September/October 2021
MVA offer another collection of funding rounds from local and national organisations specifically focused on themes around environment
Funding Round-up – Physical Activity and Sport, September/October 2021
For Outstanding Contribution to the Voluntary Sector – The Barry Clout Award 2021
The search is on all across the Medway to recognise someone who has given up their skills, expertise and time helping others in the community.
Funding Round-up – Social Inclusion (part 2), September/October 2021
MVA offer another collection of funding rounds from local and national organisations specifically focused on themes around social inclusion
Funding Round-up – Social Inclusion (part 1), September/October 2021
MVA offer a collection of funding rounds from local and national organisations focusing on social inclusion themes
Funding Round-up – Business and Employment (part 2), September/October 2021
Funding Round-up – Business and Employment (part 1), September/October 2021
Funding Round-up – Arts and Culture, September 2021
MVA – New Website and MVN Relaunch
MVA launches wide range of new, FREE Volunteering Resources
Zurich offer guidance for looking after employee health and wellbeing on returning to the workplace
International organisation Zurich provides resources and guidance for businesses to bring employees safely back to the workplace.
News Round-up, September 2021
MVA brings a selection of recent local and national news events for the charity sector
Charity Digital - Cyber Security Round-up, September 2021
Some recent articles offering guidance on keeping charities digitally safe.
Charity Digital – A Guide to Applying for Full Cost Recovery
Charity Digital offers guidance to help charities apply for full cost recovery when applying for funding grants
I Get By With A Little Help from My Friends - Part of Contextual Safeguarding Webinar Series from MRC
National initiative Making Research Count continues their series of webinars related to Contextual Safeguarding.
Meeting as equals – RSA Explores an Asset-based Approach in Charities
RSA has published a report designed to help charities become better at helping provide relief and support community
My Funding Central – New Portal to continue Access to Charity Funding and Support
The creators of NCVO’s grant finding portal, recently launched an alternative solution allowing charities to continue accessing grants data.
Win them Back – A Guide to Help Charities Re-engage Volunteers, August 2021
Galaxy Digital have compiled resources to help charities encourage volunteers to return in light of COVID-19.
Funding Round-up Part 3 – July/August 2021
MVA offers another collection of funding rounds from local and national organisations
Support for Small Charities - The GSK Grow Programme from The King’s Fund
To mark the anniversary of their IMPACT awards, International organisation GSK has also launched their new Grow Programme to support small charities.
News Round-up, August 2021
MVA brings a selection of recent local and national news events that may be of interest to local VCS groups and organisations
Funding Round-up Part 2 – July/August 2021
MVA offers another collection of funding rounds from local and national organisations aimed at helping charities continue their work in light of the Coronavirus outbreak.
Funding, Training and More - The GSK Impact Awards 2022
The GSK IMPACT Awards provide funding (up to £50k), training and development for charities doing excellent work to improve people’s health and wellbeing
Can we be Better Prepared? – UK Government's Call for Evidence for a National Resilience Strategy
The UK Government is asking the country to contribute in efforts to explore and build a more resilient nation.
Rewriting the Rules of Child Protection - Part 1 of Contextual Safeguarding Webinar Series
'Making Research Count' holds a webinar exploring the subject matter related to Contextual Safeguarding.
MVA Launch FREE Safeguarding & DBS Checking Training
MVA Launch FREE Safeguarding & DBS Checking Training through their Youtube channel
Reflecting, Preparing, Advertising and More – Free Tools for Trustee Recruitment
Reach Volunteering have provided some excellent guidance and tools to help you with trustee recruitment
Covid-19 Vaccination Helpline launched for Kent and Medway citizens
Kent and Medway have launched a Covid-19 Vaccination Helpline for local citizens.
Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service - Nominations now Open
The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service is now open for nominations - if you have a volunteer in your team that you think deserves this, find out how to nominate them.
Charity Digital - How to Keep Mobile Devices Safe
Charity Digital share up to date information and guidance for keeping your Mobile devices safe
Conversations through Covid-19 - How VCS can Help Lonely People Reconnect after Lockdown
Campaign to End Loneliness explore conversations through Covid-19 and how the VCS can Help Lonely People Reconnect after Lockdown
Government News Round-up - July 2021
MVA have collated a range of UK Government's News and Updates that may be use and relevance to Medway's VCS
Social Lending - Help available for Charities during the Pandemic from KCF
Kent Community Foundation is still taking applications for their social lending programmes designed to help local charities, CIOs and CICs amid the pandemic.